Automation Expert

pGreat assignments await you with our key account clients in rich and varied environments /p pWe are looking for an bAutomation Expert (PLC/SCADA Systems) /b to support the management, maintenance, security and modernization of critical industrial automation systems within a highly critical operational environment. /p pThe role focuses on Operational Technology (OT) systems supporting bridge and lock control installations, including PLCs, SCADA platforms, industrial communication networks and cybersecurity compliance. /p pThe consultant will contribute to the reliability, continuity and security of business-critical infrastructure while supporting ongoing modernization initiatives and cybersecurity improvements. /p h3Your

missions:
/h3 ul liManage Operational Technology (OT) systems used for bridge and lock automation. /li liEnsure the maintenance, reliability, and security of critical industrial automation systems. /li liSupport the ongoing modernization of automation infrastructures. /li liImplement and reinforce Cyber Security measures in compliance with NIS and NIS2 requirements. /li liPerform updates, upgrades, and patch management of OT assets. /li liModify, optimize, and maintain PLC and SCADA applications. /li liContribute to the operational continuity of critical infrastructure systems. /li liWork entirely on-site in a highly regulated industrial environment. /li /ul h3Your activities: /h3 pOT Systems Administration Maintenance /p ul liAdministration and maintenance of bridge and lock control systems. /li liManagement of Operational Technology platforms and associated infrastructure. /li liMonitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization of industrial automation systems. /li /ul h3Cybersecurity /h3 ul liImplementation of cybersecurity measures aligned with NIS and NIS2 directives. /li liSecurity hardening of OT environments. /li liSupport compliance initiatives related to critical infrastructure protection. /li /ul h3Lifecycle Management Patching /h3 ul liUpdating and patching: /li liPLC systems /li liI/O systems /li liSensors /li liSCADA software /li liEngineering software /li liVariable speed drives /li liUPS systems /li liVariable message traffic boards /li liRelated automation components /li liPLC program modifications. /li liHardware configuration management. /li liCommunication setup and maintenance between PLCs and third-party systems. /li liTroubleshooting and optimization of PLC architectures. /li liSCADA system configuration and maintenance. /li liDevelopment and modification of SCADA applications. /liliSetup and maintenance of communications with PLC systems. /li liManagement of redundant SCADA architectures. /li liConfiguration and management of industrial network infrastructure. /li liNetwork topology implementation and maintenance. /li liSupport of communication and connectivity between OT systems. /li /ul h3You have the following

skills:
/h3 h3Mandatory /h3 h3Automation OT Experience /h3 ul liDemonstrable experience in industrial automation technologies or similar environments. /li liMinimum b10 years of relevant experience /b. /li liExpert-level understanding of industrial control systems. /li liMinimum b5 years of experience /b. /li liHardware configuration (HW Config). /li liCommunication setup between systems. /li liMinimum b2 years of experience /b. /li liHardware system setup. /li liNetwork topology design. /li liSystem interconnections and communications. /li liMinimum b2 years of experience /b. /li liHardware configuration of redundant systems. /li liPLC-to-SCADA communication setup. /li liStation Configurator. /li /ul h3Education /h3 ul liHigher education (Bachelor or Master) or equivalent experience. /li liDegree in Electromechanics, Automation, or equivalent proven experience. /li /ul h3Languages /h3 ul liFluent Dutch /li liTechnical English. /li /ul h3Preferred /h3 ul liMinimum b5 years of experience /b. /li liConfiguration of Siemens industrial switches. /li liVLAN configuration. /li /ul h3Advanced Siemens Industrial Networking /h3 ul liMinimum b5 years of experience /b. /li liSiemens industrial firewalls. /li liVPN configuration. /li liBridging and routing. /li /ul h3Advanced Siemens Step 7 Classic /h3 ul liMinimum b10 years of experience /b. /li liAdvanced communication architectures. /li /ul h3Advanced Siemens WinCC /h3 ul liAdvanced PLC integration. /li liHigh-availability configurations. /li /ul h3The assignment is performed within an environment characterized by: /h3 ul liCritical infrastructure operations. /li liBridge and lock automation systems. /li liHigh-tech industrial automation. /li liStrong focus on cybersecurity. /li liService continuity requirements. /li liStrict regulatory and compliance constraints. /li liFull-time on-site presence. /li liHigh-availability and business-critical operational context. /li /ul